What is the cheapest way to get from Bukavu to Kampala?

The cheapest way to get from Bukavu to Kampala is to bus which costs $21 - $90 and takes 12h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bukavu to Kampala?

The fastest way to get from Bukavu to Kampala is to drive which takes 10h 49m and costs $110 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Bukavu and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Bukavu to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Rusizi Bus Stn and arriving at Trinity Bus Terminal via Nyabugogo Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Bukavu to Kampala?

The distance between Bukavu and Kampala is 735 km. The road distance is 736.3 km.

How do I travel from Bukavu to Kampala without a car?

The best way to get from Bukavu to Kampala without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 16h 27m and costs $73 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Bukavu to Kampala?

It takes approximately 12h 15m to get from Bukavu to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bukavu to Kampala bus from?

Bukavu to Kampala bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Rusizi Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Bukavu to Kampala?

The best way to get from Bukavu to Kampala is to bus which takes 12h 15m and costs $21 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $410 and takes 13h 13m.

Where does the Bukavu to Kampala bus arrive?

Bukavu to Kampala bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Nyabugogo Bus Stn station.

What is the time difference between Bukavu and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Bukavu. It is currently 3:11 AM in Bukavu and 4:11 AM in Kampala.

Can I drive from Bukavu to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Bukavu to Kampala is 736 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from Bukavu to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1660+ hotels available in Kampala.

Bukavu to Kampala - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Bukavu to Kampala by bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Rusizi Bus Stn to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
12h 15m
$22–88
Drive 736.3 km
1. Drive from Bukavu to Kampalacar 736.3 km
10h 49m
$110–159
Fly
1. Fly from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Entebbe (EBB)plane KME - EBB
13h 13m
$136–407
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Bukavu to Gomaferry
2. Take the bus from Rond Point Terminus to Jaguar Bus Terminalbus
16h 27m
$73–75

Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

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Distance: 735.1 km
Duration: 12h 15m

What companies run services between Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Kampala, Uganda?

You can take a vehicle from Bukavu to Trinity Bus Terminal via Rusizi Bus Stn and Nyabugogo Bus Stn in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, Rwandair Express, Turkish Airlines, and Uganda Airlines fly from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Entebbe (EBB) twice daily.

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